CHT Parkhaven, 131 Buckland Road, Mangere East, Auckland, New Zealand Req #89 Sunday, 7 July 2024 Backed by 60 years' experience, CHT Care Homes is an inclusive, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to taking great care of older people, while supporting our employees to do their best work.
Our network of 21 rest home, hospital, and dementia care homes are grounded in living our values of care, compassion, comfort, connectedness, and community each and every day.
We offer interesting and rewarding work that improves the lives of older people, and in turn, we are dedicated to creating a rewarding employment experience where the vital role each of our employees plays is recognized.
Purpose of Position: To assist the Activities Co-ordinator with identifying the leisure activity needs of each resident based on the resident's interests, preferences, and abilities and to contribute to the planning and implementation of an activities program based around these needs.
To promote and contribute to a positive team approach within the team of activities staff and within the care home.
Responsibilities Participate in and contribute to a program of group and individual activities.
Actively promote a homelike, pleasant, and stimulating environment for residents and their families.
Assist the Activities Co-ordinator to design a program relevant to the individual needs, abilities, and interests of residents in the Care Home.
Contribute to the planning and documentation of the program one month ahead.
Contribute to the effective use of the budget to provide appropriate resources and equipment to deliver the program.
Participate in the maintenance of equipment and materials used.
Contribute to activities that measure the effectiveness of the program.
Plan activities relevant to the individual needs, abilities, and interests of the residents.
Contribute to the assessment process of each resident.
Follow and contribute to the individualized activities plan.
Contribute to the review process in discussion with the Activities Co-ordinator.
Ensure documentation of each resident's level of participation and involvement in activities.
Report any problems, concerns, or changes in a resident's condition.
Ensure residents are treated with respect, dignity, and cultural sensitivity.
Know, understand, and demonstrate adherence to the Health and Disability Code of Rights.
Respect the customs, beliefs, and cultural needs of each individual resident.
Maintain resident confidentiality.
Respect residents' privacy.
Follow Service/Care plans of guidance of qualified staff when working with residents who display challenging or inappropriate behavior.
Develop and maintain excellent communication networks, both internally and externally, to support the activities program.
Participate in team meetings and supervision with Occupational Therapist and Activities Co-ordinator.
Actively promote a positive team approach with all staff.
Establish, promote, and maintain positive supportive relationships with family/visitors.
Participate in networking with other activity staff.
Support volunteers and organizations which provide activities both internally and externally.
Quality Improvement.
Adhere to policies and procedures.
Follow infection control procedures.
Maintain awareness and updated knowledge of CHT policies and procedures.
Participate in audits as required.
Participate in policy reviews as requested.
Contribute to quality initiatives.
Health and Safety.
Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to CHT Health & Safety policies.
Demonstrate commitment to maintaining a safe environment for residents and staff.
Actively participate in hazard identification and corrective actions.
Report any incidents/accidents promptly.
Ensure paints, glues, and other potentially harmful substances are not left unattended and are locked away when not in use.
Maintain Personal and Professional Development.
Attend and contribute to all relevant and/or compulsory education sessions.
Participate in informal continuous learning opportunities during supervision, planning meetings, and guided practice.
Complete annual van loading and driving competency assessments.
Complete annual restraint competency assessment.
Participate constructively in performance reviews and seek opportunities for development.
Qualifications, Training, and Experience Secondary school education (three years or more) is highly desirable.
Work experience of 0-1 years at least.
Vocational Training – Diversional Therapy Certificate preferred.
Key relationships Working closely with the Activities Coordinator Reporting to General Manager Promoting a supportive relationship with residents and their families/visitors Risk management and compliance obligations Responsible for understanding the risks, accountabilities, rules, and processes associated with my role.
Report issues, incidents, and complaints in a timely manner.
Understand the laws, regulations, policies, and procedures that apply and ensure controls enabling compliance are built into documented processes and procedures Work in accordance with CHT Health and Safety policy, always applying safe working practices and procedures and comply with all instructions given about ensuring health and safety at work.
Apply information security skills and / or experience to effectively and securely perform the required obligations of the organization Delivering fair outcomes for consumers and understanding your regulatory obligations Put fair treatment of customers at the heart of what you say and do.
Be courageous and speak up if you believe our products or services do not deliver what we have led our customers to expect.
Be accountable and take ownership for ensuring you are familiar with all regulatory requirements that fall within the remit of your role and comply with them at all times.
Seek guidance if you need support understanding your regulatory requirements.
Notify, without delay, any potential or actual breach of regulation.
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